Paharpur
Paharpur is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 34.6km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Barrah is the gram panchayat of Paharpur village.
Paharpur has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Paharpur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paharpur is 330708. The village spans a total geographical area of 360.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. Raghunthpur is nearest town to Paharpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Paharpur
Below is a concise population overview of Paharpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 837 | 405 | 432 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 52 | 54 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 20 | 22 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 776 | 377 | 399 |
Literate Population | 436 | 262 | 174 |
Illiterate Population | 401 | 143 | 258 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paharpur village:
- The total population of Paharpur village is around 837, including approximately 405 males and 432 females, with a sex ratio of 1066 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 106 children aged 0–6 years in Paharpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paharpur village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 776 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paharpur village is about 52.09%, with male literacy at 64.69% and female literacy at 40.28%.
- There are around 171 households in Paharpur village.
Connectivity of Paharpur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paharpur. As per the 2011 stats, Paharpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paharpur
Knowing the nearby villages of Paharpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paharpur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paharpur
- Where is Paharpur located?
- Paharpur village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paharpur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paharpur is Barrah (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paharpur?
- The pincode of Paharpur is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paharpur is 837, with 405 males and 432 females.
- How many households are there in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paharpur village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paharpur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paharpur is 52.09%. The male literacy rate is 64.69%, while the female literacy rate is 40.28%.